1 Continuation of medical benefits during the leave under terms similar to those of COBRA.  Protection from discharge upon return to work except for cause for a period of time depending on the length of military service.
U.S., China to Sign Paris Climate Accord in April. The United States and China confirmed this week that they will sign the Paris climate change agreement in New York on April 22, a move that officials hope will help the accord enter into force this year.
Search form. President Obama: The United States Formally Enters the Paris Agreement. Today, the U.S. joined China in taking a major step forward in the global effort to combat climate change. Last December, more than 190 countries adopted the Paris Agreement, the most ambitious climate change agreement in history. In order for the agreement to take effect and enter into force, at least 55 countries representing at least 55 percent of global emissions need to formally join the Agreement.